Justus F. Gale to Sister

Item Description

Title: Justus F. Gale to Sister

Author

Gale, Justus F., 1837-1863

Recipient

[Gale,Samantha A., 1832-1892]

Source Document

Extent: 4 pages

Date Created: November 14, 1862

Description

Topics include the poor health of Justus Gale’s sister, having plenty to eat and confiscating anything while in the field including livestock from the rebels, receiving a box from home that was greatly appreciated though disappointed none of Mother's cheese, the expectation of returning to Algiers, and some family affairs including what to do with Charlie's clothes since his death, mentions still needing to get a photographer and have his photo taken, and the possibility of renting the farm.